**Meeting Overview:** This document summarizes the agenda for the Empire Village Council Work Session held on September 12, 2024, at the Empire Township Hall. The meeting covers a range of topics, from standard procedural items to specific local issues. The agenda includes opportunities for public input, reports from department heads and council members, and both old and new business items.
Key discussions during the Empire Village Council’s work session on September 12, 2024, included revisions to the Sign Ordinance, finalizing job descriptions for key positions, addressing a Planning Commission vacancy, and reviewing improvements at the Recycling Center. The Council also considered parking regulations for the Beach Park and discussed traffic signs on Niagara Street.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Leelanau Township Hall. The agenda includes procedural items and a public hearing on a Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment for Farm Stay Campsites, designed to gather public input and analyze the potential impacts on zoning regulations.
The amendments aim to regulate the establishment and operation of Farm Stay Campsites, defined as small campgrounds linked to commercial farming activities. They focus on minimizing disruptions to residential and agricultural environments, include operational limitations like noise restrictions and guest occupancy caps, and mandate detailed management plans for the review process to ensure local compliance.
This document provides feedback on the June 27, 2024, Farm Stay Campsites draft, focusing on areas needing clarification for the Public Hearing. The primary concern centers around the definition of key terms, particularly “commercial farming activity” and “commercial agricultural use,” which appear repeatedly throughout the draft. The author suggests using consistent terminology to avoid confusion.
The Leelanau Township Planning Commission convened on September 12, 2024, for a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordinance regarding Farm Stay Campsites. Discussions focused on gathering feedback from stakeholders and ensuring clear definitions within the ordinance to support agricultural activities. The next meeting is scheduled for September 26, 2024, to continue these discussions.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed Farm Stay Campground Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment. Concerns included minimum acreage and allowing multiple Farm Stays per owner. The Commission clarified the draft ordinance, voted to forward it for review, and will consider County comments at their next meeting on June 27, 2024.
The Centerville Township Board convened on September 11, 2024, addressing critical issues including septic disposal practices and road maintenance. Residents expressed concerns about health risks associated with sewage on farmland and called for better traffic regulation. The Treasurer reported a positive financial outlook and emphasized community engagement for future meetings, with the next session scheduled for October 9, 2024.
The Cleveland Township Board met on September 10, 2024, focusing on the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail Segment 9 project. After public comments, the board voted to rescind its support for the route, citing fiscal and environmental concerns, including a $15 million projected cost and significant impacts on local ecology. They emphasized the need for responsible alternatives.
This document outlines the agenda for the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners meeting on September 10, 2024, including action items related to the Sheriff’s Office, Probate/Family Court, and Finance. The Board will also review a new Grant Management Policy, ensuring fiscal and administrative accountability, alongside various agreements and policy updates for the County.
